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No trip to India is complete without a cup of chai from a roadside stall. It doesn’t matter which stall, or which city: they’re all good. Ginger, cardamom, cinnamon and star anise – this is the smell and taste of India

In India, even the simplest journey is a headlong plunge into a colour palate of boundless vivacity. Perfect mounds of dyes on a market table are the brightest pinks, yellows and reds. Gold and silver thread in endless variation on a thousand saris. Dazzlingly white lakeside palaces, azure tropical beaches, brilliant green fields

In Karauli, we stay in the palace Maharaja Ganesh Pal Deo Bhadur built in 1938 for himself and his guests, and where his family still lives today. It’s still furnished in period style, with original art deco furniture, deep shady verandahs and hunting trophies on the wall and (in the case of a long-deceased tiger) on the floor

While most of our travel is by private vehicle, it would be remiss of us not to include a few legs by train. From the fabulous bustle of the stations in Delhi or Bikaner to the chai-seller’s welcome cry down the aisle, this is a fantastic chance to meet the locals and see the brilliant Indian countryside

Try the Palak Paneer, which is paneer (a kind of cottage cheese) in a spinach sauce

Safety information

Women should exercise caution when travelling in India. Reported cases of sexual assault against women are increasing; recent sexual attacks against female visitors in tourist areas and cities show that foreign women are also at risk. While the risk of an incident occurring on your trip is very low, below are some things you can do for your safety and peace of mind when travelling:

- Respect local dress codes and customs, perhaps dressing more conservatively than you do at home- Avoid isolated areas, including beaches, unlit city streets and village lanes when alone at any time of day- Avoid travelling alone on public transport, or in taxis or auto-rickshaws, especially at night- If you have to use a taxi get them from hotel taxi ranks and use pre-paid taxis at airports. Try to avoid hailing taxis on the street. Some cities (including Delhi and Chennai) have special taxi services for women with women drivers- If you’re being collected at the airport by a driver make sure they have properly identified themselves before you set off. When leaving your compartment on overnight trains (ie. going to the bathroom), ask a male travel companion to accompany you where possible

For further information and advice, visit:www.gov.uk/government/policies/supporting-british-nationals-overseas/supporting-pages/advice-for-women-travellerswww.smartraveller.gov.au/tips/women.html

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